For anyone after a #Psion Agenda-like experience on a #MobileLinux #PDA, I've just released v0.2.9 of #Pygenda (alpha, WIP!).

Demo video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvQqFmlZ6nM

GitHub: https://github.com/semiprime/pygenda

v0.2.9 adds two nice new features: repeats like "last Monday in May" and todo item due dates.

I run it on my #GeminiPDA, but it's written in Python/GTK3 so should run on similar keyboard devices. Would love to hear from anyone running it on a #PinePhone, #FXTec #Pro1x, #GPD, #eeePC, #Zaurus, or other!

I've released a new version of Pygenda - my agenda app targeting keyboard-equipped mobile Linux devices. The UI is inspired by Agenda apps on #Psion PDAs, & v0.2.7 adds a zoom feature, making it feel even more Psion-like.

To celebrate, I made a new video of it running on a #GeminiPDA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvQqFmlZ6nM

It's alpha software & it would be great if people could test it on similar devices, e.g. a #PinePhone + keyboard.

Source code: https://github.com/semiprime/pygenda

#Pygenda #MobileLinux #PDA #palmtop

I've released a new version of Pygenda - my work-in-progress Psion Agenda-inspired agenda app targeting keyboard #PDA/#palmtop devices.

Source: https://github.com/semiprime/pygenda

I use it on my Linux-running #GeminiPDA, & someone ran it on a #DevTerm, but it should work on anything with Python3.5+ & GTK3 (for handhelds that probably means Linux). I'd love feedback from anyone running it on other platforms (#PinePhone, #Fxtec #Pro1x, #GPD), and from other fans of #Psion Agenda.

Cc @inlovewithpda @linmob

I've finally had it with my the #SamsungGalaxyA12. After nearly two years of constant mis-clicks, dialling people I didn't want to talk to, bringing up Google Assistant in the middle of calls and videos, nearly banning people from a Twitch stream I moderate, it's time to relegate it to texts and calls only till my contract runs out. I'll use my #geminipda for my mobile internet needs until the Samsung's contract is up. Then I'll be going back to whatever the affordable #sonyxperia option is.

I've released an update for my Psion Agenda-inspired calendar app "Pygenda". Written for my Linux-running Gemini PDA, but it should work on similar keyboard PDAs running Linux & Python3.5+.

GitHub: https://github.com/semiprime/pygenda

Video of it on a Gemini: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjHcgeRudMo (from 2021, so additions since then)

It's a work-in-progress, with many missing features (& bugs). However, I'm using it as my main agenda/to-do list, so others may find it useful. Feedback welcome! #Psion #PDA #GeminiPDA #GTK

Genshin Impact for Android sounded interesting so I thought I'd give it a go on my #geminipda. After installation and login, it then started an 18Gb download. Erm... I don't think so, thank you. Not with only 64Gb internal storage.

@martijnbraam Wow, very cool! Ahh it kinda hurts to see that this could have been the #geminiPDA...

But they unfortunately failed to take GNU/Linux support seriously and so only a pretty customized Android kernel runs on those devices...

@mathiasx@mastodon.xyz
The key thing for me was making appropriate workflows in how I use the #GeminiPDA I do a lot of typing on the go and in cafes for personal journaling and #gopher phosts, so the hardware keyboard was indespensable and also the crowdfunding discount for the wifi version was on point.
@kelbot

@jlk @kelbot
Man, the Cassiopeia! I had the A-10, which got stolen shortly after purchasing it :( WinCE 1.0! I Wrote about it in my #gopher hole:
gopher://sdf.org/1/users/xiled/projects/saga/cassiopeia

Also, I have been eyeing the Astro Slide, but it is quite expensive, so I opted to keep using my #GeminiPDA. I was one of the original backers so I got the Wifi edition for cheap. Love that Planet Computers is still making stuff.

gopher://sdf.org/1/users/xiled/projects/saga/cassiopeia

@kelbot @rgegriff@mastodon.lol
Planet Computers has the Gemini, which I still use and got at a discount since I helped crowdfund (wifi version.) There is also the Cosmo Communicator, which is currently 25% off but still expensive.

https://store.planetcom.co.uk/

And there is the new Astro Slide, which is even moar pricey and not yet released.

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/astro-slide-5g-transformer#/

#geminipda #planetcomputers

@amiloradovsky
Also, there is of course the super cool #GeminiPDA
https://store.planetcom.co.uk/products/gemini-pda-1

Comes at a price though.
Also I feel it’s a product of a different time. I had the small Psion Revo and loved it, but somehow you use smartphones a bit different today. Still, I would not mind a Gemini 😜

gopher://sdf.org/1/users/xiled/phlog/2020/20200813_gemini_on_gemini
#gopher #gemini #geminipda

@sk313t0n @nitox@fosstodon.org I got hold onto one #geminipda - the Linux support is a farce. You don't get a proper Linux kernel running there but rather an Android kernel and a unsteadily running Debian on top of it.

And of course, Mediatek doesn't give a shit about mainlining this chip, so I was quite disappointed.

I've been messing with tachikoma #pwnagotchi tonight. Changed the case and added UPS. Moar bulk, but ok for now. Connected to #geminipda via bluetooth.

@ajroach42
fo'reals? I use my #geminipda every day for all kindsa stuff...mostly in the terminal. Have you tried #userLAnd?
@djsumdog

Anyone has any experiences with the #GeminiPDA? I might have one to play around soon and I'd totally like to get #archlinuxarm on it...

@polychrome Any updates about #geminipda here? I just found the post looking for information because it seems I'll get hold onto one in a month or so :) And apparently they have improved #Debian support and energy efficiency, so I was wondering if that's true :)

Anyway, probably I'll try to reuse Debian kernel and drivers for an #archlinuxarm version.

@polychrome@cybre.space
I use my Gemini PDA daily and really enjoy it! I have the wifi only version and use either Debian in #userLAnd or #termux. I use my dumbphone as a data gateway when mobile. I have not attempted flashing a diff OS since userLAnd and termux seems to be good enuff. No keyboard back light :/ I don't use too many apps, but use f-droid or yalp if I need to.
My gopher page with some of my experiences here: gopher://sdf.org/1/users/xiled/projects/saga/gemini_pda

#geminipda

@ebarrett@mastodon.social
I've been meaning to write something about it for some time now. I end up using it as a writing device or tinkering with it rather than writing about the device itself. I've had the #geminipda (WiFi edition) for 9 months or so now and have it as part of my every day carry #edc. I'll phlog about it next chance I get.

Linux mobile OS makers Jolla: Sailfish OS (beta) for Accione P, official Sailfish X & release for Gemini PDA.

Jolla and its partners are reaping the rewards of their continued efforts.

Rostelekom's rebranding of Sailfish OS RUS as Aurora OS and other fronts are showing signs of progress as well.

A new Sailfish OS early access release - A busy few months for Jolla and its partners!

==> https://telegra.ph/Sailfish-OS-News-Roundup-03-18
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#Jolla #SailfishOS #SailfishX #Accione #GeminiPDA #Rostelekom #AuroraOS